By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Aspyn is a modern masculine name with roots in nature, derived from the aspen tree known for its distinctive trembling leaves. The name gained recognition in the early 2000s, partly influenced by the…
Bryon is a masculine name that originated as a variant spelling of Byron. The name Byron itself derives from an Old English surname originally referring to someone from the cottage or barn area. It…
Celso is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from the Roman family name Celsus, meaning 'tall,' 'lofty,' or 'elevated.' Popular in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking countries, Celso…
Dejon appears to have multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of DeJuan or DeJohn, which combine the French prefix "De" (meaning "of") with John (Hebrew, "God is gracious"). Alternatively, it…
Delon is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from French surnames, possibly relating to 'de Leon' meaning 'from Leon' or 'of the lion.' The name gained some recognition…
Variation of Darren, Irish
"little great one"
A rare, gender-neutral take on Darren. As a feminine name, Derin has Turkish roots.
Scottish, spelling variation of Earl
Errol was a swashbuckling name in the Errol Flynn era, which still has a trace of jazz cool.m thanks to jazz pianist Erroll Garner.
Esias is a masculine name with biblical connections, functioning as a variant of Isaiah or Esaias (the Greek form of Isaiah). The name derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'salvation of God' or 'God…
Ethen is a modern variant spelling of the traditional name Ethan. While Ethan has Hebrew origins meaning 'strong,' 'firm,' or 'enduring,' Ethen emerged as an alternative spelling that maintains the…
German variation of Francis, Latin
"Frenchman or free man"
Franz is the German equivalent to Francis, and you'll be hard-pressed to find a Franz outside of countries with Germanic origins. In America the name is often associated with celebrated author Franz…
Arabic
"praiseworthy"
Hamid is an Arabic name, derived from one of the 99 names of Allah in Islam — Al-Hamid. Meaning "praiseworthy", it is therefore a name with religious significance. Alternative forms of the name…
Spanish
"the sun"
More familiar to English speakers in the Italian Elio form.
Variation of Elijah, Hebrew
"Yahweh is God"
A popular name in France that we count among the unique I names for boys in the US.
Persian from Arabic
"faith"
Variant of Iman
